We did not have time to notice how satellite tracking systems, geolocation technologies have already relentlessly entered our lives and are rooted in it. Almost all modern gadgets are crammed with GPS navigators. They are followed by other popular devices, such as trackers, tracking beacons, telephone control systems and so on. It is no surprise to anyone that a car with built-in appropriate equipment can be easily detected using tracking systems.
Convenience or danger?
On the one hand, this brings additional convenience to people. For example, by sending a letter or parcel by mail, you can at any time find out exactly where your message is. To do this, use the tracking system for items. By accessing the website on the Internet and dialing the unique assigned number, you will receive all the information about the path of the letter or parcel.
On the other hand, such an increasingly increasing total control cannot but cause concern among people who care about the privacy of their personal lives. Communication on social networks, correspondence by e-mail, conversations on such convenient services as Skype, WhatsApp, etc., along with convenience and accessibility, unfortunately, pose a great danger to people in the future.
Consider some tracking systems and the general principle of their action.
GPS
GPS is an American global positioning system operated by the US Department of Defense. It consists of thirty-two satellites located in space around the Earth. They are run by special stations. The system controls various gadgets and other electronic devices held by users, through which tracking is carried out.
Initially, the project was aimed at achieving military goals. But gradually, part of it was reoriented to civilian ones.
GLONASS
This is a domestic vehicle tracking system, which is aimed at providing emergency assistance in the event of a traffic accident. It began to function from the beginning of 2015. Devices are already installed at the factory on new domestic cars. And in the future, all vehicles will have to have this equipment. In the coming years, the European eCall vehicle tracking system will begin to work. Thus, the monopoly of the United States with its GPS is gradually lost.
Trackers, beacons and more
In addition to vehicle tracking systems, already operating under state leadership and becoming almost mandatory, there are many other devices that operate thanks to the satellite system. Of course, their work is recorded and recorded in long-term memory. But civilians, pursuing their interests, acquire such funds to achieve personal goals. It can be caring for loved ones and their property. But some use tracking systems for illegal purposes.
What are they needed for?
For example, for offices and shopping centers. Here, such devices have long been indispensable security equipment. They are also successfully installed in the country or in the house. If an attacker enters the room, they will catch him faster than he can escape. A silent alarm system will work, and the security company will be required to respond to the signal.
Trackers are inserted into the collars of their beloved pets, so as not to fear that they will run too far and get lost. There are devices for tracking children. And the car tracking systems mentioned above have obvious advantages. They notify the service in case of an accident, and the driver, for example, about a future traffic jam. In addition, they provide other useful information.
Jammers
However, not everyone likes this state of things when people become controlled in all their movements. Therefore, along with tracking devices, the so-called suppressors or “jammers” of automatic tracking systems are quickly gaining popularity.
The principle of operation of such devices is aimed at creating interference for the satellite system. To date, you can find many similar devices. Domestic craftsmen often independently make such designs. They say that for someone who understands at least a little in radio engineering, to build a similar device is not difficult.
It is known that in a German laboratory experiments were conducted where the effectiveness of these devices was checked. And it was proved that the satellite tracking system was useless when using a well-made jammer. This gives hope for those who do not want to be constantly monitored. But if the "jammer" is installed in the car, then it will become illegal. And if you can figure out the attacker, he will have to bear responsibility.
The results of the experiments showed that the "jammers" apply not only to one car, but also interfere with many other vehicles that are around. Therefore, mechanisms are actively being developed to identify such devices.
Who will emerge victorious in this fight: those who implement the satellite tracking system, or those who create such devices for their illegal sale and subsequent use? People have to choose: to rejoice at the new benefits of civilization or to defend their original rights.